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nytimes. com > athletic > 7378485 > 06/20/2026 > why-players-cut-holes-socks

Why are World Cup players cutting holes in their socks?

4+ day, 12+ hour ago  (665+ words) Leroy Sane is one of many World Cup players who cuts holes in his socks Christian Charisius/picture alliance via Getty Images Something is missing from this World Cup. Not goals, drama or storylines " there have been plenty of those....

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nytimes. com > athletic > 6749376 > 10/25/2025 > vanderbilt-college-gameday-kicking-contest

Vanderbilt student drills 33-yard FG in socks to win $500 K on "College Game Day

7+ mon, 4+ week ago  (353+ words) ESPN's 'College Game Day' show aired from Vanderbilt on Oct. 24 before the No. 10 Commodores hosted the No. 15 Missouri Tigers. Paul Skrbina / The Tennessean via Imagn Images Vanderbilt student Tyler Hwang won $500, 000 on ESPN's "College Game Day" on Saturday morning by…...

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nytimes. com > wirecutter > reviews > best-socks

Life Is Too Short for Socks That Suck. We Found 35 Pairs That Make Us Smile.

8+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1826+ words) Zoe Vanderweide is a writer covering style. For this guide, she paired every shoe in her closet (including sandals) with fabulous socks. If you want to get people talking, ask "em about socks: You"ll be rewarded with a veritable…...

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nytimes. com > wirecutter > reviews > eedor-no-show-socks-review

These Sleek No-Show Socks Are Invisible Under Sneakers. And They're Less Than $3 a Pair.

10+ mon, 4+ week ago  (451+ words) Zoe Vanderweide is a writer focused on style and accessories. She has personally tested nearly 500 bags, jeans, bras, shoes, and more. I love a statement sock as much as the next gal. But on days when I'm after the breezy,…...